Gilbert Speight Baker

Rank/Rate	Motor Machinist's Mate, First Class
Service Number	261 67 00
Birth Date	August 4, 1911
From	Durham, North Carolina
Decorations	Purple Heart
Submarine	USS Swordfish (SS-193)
Loss Date	January 12, 1945
Location	Near Yaku Island off Kyushu, Japan
Circumstances	Lost at sea, cause unknown
Remarks	Gilbert was born in Rocky Mount, North Carolina.

Photo and information courtesy of Paul W. Wittmer.

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